Event Date : eu-US 3:00 PM - 3:00 AM (GMT 0)Posted By : Forum AdministratorEvent Details : September 21 to September 22, 2006Banff Venture Forum 2006Banff, AlbertaEmerging growth companies delivering Energy Technology and Services represent the next big wave of innovation. Energy Technology investing is at an all time high and is expected to flourish in a range of sectors, including renewable and distributed energy, oil and gas technology, advanced materials, transportation, and water purification and management. Many energy technologies are experiencing double-digit annual growth rates. Savvy investors are realizing the opportunity to capitalize on solutions that serve the needs of industry, government, and society: innovative technologies that compete on price and performance while reducing pollution waste, increasing recovery and resource use. Come join the drivers of this new economy - Energy Technology investors and companies that are leading the way. Event Program The Forum is one of the premier company financing events in the West. It is designed to showcase the hottest energy technology and hi-tech investment opportunities, provide insights into key issues in the industry, an opportunity for premium networking and a chance to learn from world class professionals in the investment community. Some highlights include: Thursday night Energy Track Reception Investor panel sessions Alternative Energy and Oil and Gas Technology Company Presentations www.banffventureforum.org/bvf/bins/confoverview.htm

A general consumer show organized by Fort McMurray Tourism, this event offers the opportunity to do Christmas shopping, get informed of new products and locations, or just catch up with your neighbors. Located at the Chuck A. Knight Centre on MacDonald Island, this show has become one of THE shows to attend! For more information call 780.791.4336

September 21 to September 22, 2006Introduction to the Upstream Petroleum IndustryCalgary, Canada

This popular 2-day course is designed to familiarize non-technical personnel in the petroleum and related government, financial, legal, and service industries with the basics of the upstream (exploration and production) petroleum industry via slides, video, and computer illustrations. The course will provide an overview of most aspects of the petroleum industry, including exploration, drilling, reserves, production, economics, and OPEC. A complete set of course materials and lunches are included.

Course OutlineUnderstanding the Petroleum IndustryBasic Geology and ExplorationDrilling Oil and Gas WellsOil and Gas ProductionNon-Conventional Resources: Tar Sands and CBMWorld Production and ReservesThe History of OPECThe Future and Environmental IssuesGlossary of Common Terms